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#2 seems like a great way to be decapitated. Is the hi-lift the only thing keeping the truck up?

Great pics!

 

I've been searching & think this is the best place to ask!

Does anyone have any issues running a fridge in the truck bed without a cap? Specifically a Dometic fridge. I'm wondering how it holds up to weather & the elements long term.

 

I see fridges mounted in the bed all the time. I think the only real issue you will have is the fridge working harder if it is in direct sunlight. Get an insulation wrap and you shouldn't have to worry about the sun causing problems but it might also hold water if it gets wet.

 

spray it with waterproofing spray?

 

Most of the fridges have an available insulation blanket that fits. It really helps it to maintain temps without running all the time.

 

Correct

DOMETIC CFX-CVR95DZ Insulated Protective Cover (for CFX-95DZUS)

https://www.amazon.com/Dometic-CFX-CVR95DZ-Insulated-Protective-CFX-95DZUS/dp/B01GEK9Z0K

 

right, but what about if the insulation blanket gets wet? that was what my answer was for.

 

Here's my setup: 1st Gen with a new-to-me Wildernest. More info on my build and pictures of where it's been are here.

 

Awesome pictures, especially the night shot!

 

Sorry, I understand know. Most of them look to be fairly waterproof but I wouldn't want to leave it wet more than a day or so. I would bet that a treatment from Nik wax would go a long way to help waterproof the blanket.

 

Looks like you guys are about to drop the dopest rap album of 2017

 

Rap? haha.

 

for rape album.

 

Came here for rape album

 

That's what Harvey said...

 

I have a Dometic 65DZ with the insulation jacket so sun & temp regulation isn't the concern. Rain & snow are however.

Curious if there is any issues with the electronics in the fridge near the compressor being exposed to moisture.

 

Ive been looking at the fridge, probably the one I'll end up with.